Category: Body Positive

There are times when we all need an escape from reality. Some people read and others work out, but those of us who are self-proclaimed nerds like to combine ingenuity and fandom to enter the magical world of cosplay. Cosplay is a type of performance art where a person, known as a cosplayer, portrays a…

Are you sick of seeing hashtags like #skinnyisperfect and #fitspiration on your Instagram feed while you struggle to keep your New Year “new you” self-love resolutions? Then it’s time for an Instagram makeover! Here’s eleven body positive Instagram accounts you should follow in order to jump-start your self-confidence and remember that no matter your size,…

I can’t really remember a time in my life when I wasn’t frustrated with having big feet. The struggles for those of us who happen to have feet size 10 and up seem to be endless. From barely squeezing your feet through the opening of skinny jeans to finding a pair of comfortable shoes —…

Recently, I was invited to attend DapperQ’s iD NYFW show at the Brooklyn Museum. I was super excited to get the invite, but bummed because I couldn’t make it. Lucky for you, and for me the shows producers Anita Dolce Vita, Deeba Zivari and Colette Lee Morales had the event beautifully photographed by Hannah Cohen. The…

If we don’t see ourselves reflected in the media or on fashion runways, how can we feel like valid members of society? As entire groups of people go on without representation, it feels like a purposeful erasure of your identity. But what if all that was different? What if the runways featured women of all shapes,…

Growing up, I took pride in being the not so typical girl, but my love for mermaids was the one exception. At the sheer mention of The Little Mermaid, I would swoon, sing, and dream of living under the sea. So you can imagine my excitement when Nora, the owner of Aquamermaid Chicago offered to…

Whether you’re sitting pretty by the pool, or catching waves at the beach, choosing the right swimwear for your shape is crucial to your summer fun. Which is why I’m sharing the guide I use with clients to find the perfect figure flattering swimsuit. Before you start shopping you’ll need to determine which shape your…

Playwright Danielle Pinnock conducted over 300 interviews in the U.S and UK in which she asked her subjects—of various ages, races, and genders—“How do you define beauty?” She transcribed those interviews, and studied the dialects, and reveals the characters in her one-woman show Body/Courage. For more than 80 minutes, Pinnock is the embodiment of multiple…

Happy Friday Friends! Friday’s are always exciting but the icing on the cake is introducing you a real life supershero. If you missed what this wonder woman series is all about click here for an update. IMAGE BY:SATURN TWINS Without further ado, I give you a very ambitious pioneer for self-acceptance and our Wonder Woman of…

When you have confidence, you can have a lot of fun. And when you have fun, you can do amazing things.” -Joe Namath Get prepared and stay prepared. It’s hard to be confident in yourself if you think you aren’t doing something well. Beat that feeling by preparing yourself as much as possible. Think about taking an…

“Low self-confidence isn’t a life sentence. Self-confidence can be learned, practiced, and mastered–just like any other skill. Once you master it, everything in your life will change for the better.” -Barrie Davenport Confidence isn’t something we’re born with, it’s a benefit of hard work. It’s often confused with arrogance, but rest assured they are two…

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Hey girl, hey! I'm Dāsha, a Chicago-based Wardrobe Stylist & Blogger here to help you curate experiences and a wardrobe you love. In a world that keeps trying to pit girl against girl, I choose community over competition. So grab your favorite drink, sit back and enjoy this journey of fashion, self-discovery, and sisterhood!